Monroe Mysteries

When a daring zoo heist leaves a prized gorilla missing, Detective Monroe is called in to untangle a suspicious story. But as he pieces together what really happened, a single overlooked fact leads to a sharp twist that changes everything. Written, Produced, Edited & Directed by James Crowder (@crowderfilms / crowderfilms.com) Cast: Michael Hanelin (Orion Monroe), Maddie Nahas (Mable Quill / N...

At a day at the races, a missing heiress and renowned astrophotographer pulls Detective Monroe into a high-stakes case. But when a subtle detail about her final plans doesn’t quite add up, one suspect, who came into the investigation as a long shot, soon finds himself the favorite. Written, Produced, & Directed by James Crowder (@crowderfilms / crowderfilms.com) Cast: Michael Hanelin (Orion Mo...

A mysterious artifact tied to American history brings a charming but questionable dealer to Detective Monroe’s office with an irresistible offer. But when Monroe takes a closer look, a subtle detail sparks a clever plot twist that changes everything. Written, Produced, & Directed by James Crowder (@crowderfilms / crowderfilms.com) Cast: Michael Hanelin (Orion Monroe), Maddie Nahas (Mable Quill...

A glamorous Hollywood actress is found dead in her mansion bathtub, and what appears to be a tragic accident quickly becomes a murder investigation when the story of her death reveals a glaring goof. Written, Directed, & Produced by James Crowder (@crowderfilms / crowderfilms.com) Cast: Michael Hanelin (Orion Monroe), Maddie Nahas (Mable Quill / Narrator), Justin Alvira (Sergeant Brooks), Will...

A quiet suburban street erupts into controversy when a man accuses his neighbor of trying to run him down with a car. Listen closely to journalist Mable Quill's story and see if you can match wits with Detective Orion Monroe to uncover who is lying. Written, Directed, & Produced by James Crowder (@crowderfilms / crowderfilms.com) Cast: Michael Hanelin (Orion Monroe), Maddie Nahas (Mable Qu...